Joseph Iobst Wilford

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Feb 27, 2014 at 12:01 AMFeb 27, 2014 at 4:00 AM

Joseph Iobst Wilford of Springhouse, Pa., died on Feb. 23, 2014 surrounded by his loving family.

Joe was born in Williamsburg, Va. on May 13, 1930. He attended Matthew Whaley School in Williamsburg and graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. He then received his Masters Degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He was a licensed engineer, employed by Philco-Ford and the U.S. Navy Yard of Philadelphia. He served in the U.S. Air Force and Air Force Reserves for 30 years, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel. His volunteer activities included service at the Wyncote Church Home.

Joe is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jean Benson Wilford, and his four children and their spouses: Paul and Kathy Wilford of Bernardsville, N.J.; Ruth and John Caccavale of Durham, N.C.; Mary and Richard Wilford-Hunt of Mt. Bethel, Pa.; and Carl and Janine Wilford of Corte Madera, Calif. He is also survived by seven grandchildren who will remember him for his mischievous humor and kindness.

Joe was a well-known stamp collector and exhibitor, and an active member of several philatelic societies. He was a tree farmer, conservationist and Intrepid camper. He enjoyed traveling to World's Fairs with his family.

Relatives and friends are invited to his memorial service at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Glenside United Church of Christ, 2160 Wharton Road, Glenside, Pa. 19038, where Joe was a member for over 50 years. Interment will be private. The family will greet after the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Joe's name may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, Va. 22312 or the above named church. John R. Freed Funeral Home

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